A breath of fresh air
Simply Crochet|Issue 123
Evoke the timeless beauty of a countryside summer with warm-weather Fair Isle accessories, homewares and more
A breath of fresh air

RUSTIC CHARM

Throw a wide scarf around your shoulders as you gather wildflowers, enjoy a picnic or take a meandering stroll through the park.

FAIR AND SQUARE

Tuck this handy little blanket into your picnic basket or tote bag and use it for sitting on the grass, warming your lap or wrapping up a chilly little one.

MINI ME

What a pair you'll be in these matching short-sleeved Fair Isle cardigans! Wear them for a family photoshoot or on a special day out with just the two of you.

HAPPY HEN

Whether she's sitting on a shelf, on your sofa or on your lap, this cheerful chicken will look splendid with her classic contrasting colours and folk-art look.

FRENCH CONNECTION

Who knew chic could be so cute? Make a set of matching floppy berets for you and your favourite tot and get ready for the compliments to roll in!

SCARF

Whenever a cool summer breeze floats through the air, wrap this large scarf by Marianne Rawlins around your shoulders and continue to enjoy the outdoors

  • West Yorkshire Spinners Elements (60% Lyocell, 40% wool, 50g/112m), 5 balls of Fresh Water (1106), 1 ball of each: Living Coral (1103), Oyster Pearl (1098), Cool Aloe (1102), Summer Haze (1107), Fresh Water (1106), Cherry Blossom (1105)
  • A 4mmn (US G/6) hook

TENSION

Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required

MEASUREMENTS

Scarf measures approx 44x122cm (1714x48in)

ABBREVIATIONS

wdc (waistcoat dc) Insert hook through centre of the dc in the row below (not in the top of the st), yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through both loops on hook

For a full list, see page 94

NOTES

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